The amplitude of a light wave is encoded as _____________, while the wavelength of a light wave is encoded as ___________________.
A) brightness; color
B) color; brightness
C) saturation; reflection
D) hue; saturation

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The amplitude of a light wave determines the brightness or intensity of light, while wavelength determines the color or hue of light. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Option B and D are incorrect because they reverse the definitions of amplitude and wavelength. Option C is also incorrect as it refers to characteristics of color perception that are unrelated to amplitude and wavelength.

The Amplitude of a Light Wave Is Encoded as _____________